Climate Change Analyst

Inspired PLC is hiring a Climate Change Analyst in Glasgow, UK, to provide sustainability advisory services. The role involves managing ESG reporting projects, developing Net-Zero strategies, and analyzing data related to environmental governance. Candidates should have a relevant degree, experience in ESG roles, and strong analytical skills. The position offers training, flexible hours, and various benefits but is not remote.
Sustainability Advisory Services

Inspired PLC offers a comprehensive range of sustainability advisory services designed to help businesses achieve their environmental goals. Our team of experts provides tailored solutions to support clients in developing their ESG reporting and strategy, reducing their carbon footprint, and improving their overall sustainability performance.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated ESG Analyst to join our team. As an ESG Analyst, you will play a critical role in supporting our clients in developing their ESG reporting and strategy. You will lead and manage projects, collaborate with colleagues, and provide high-quality deliverables to our clients.

Key Responsibilities:
• Project manage data analysis and report production for the delivery of strategic ESG and reporting services, focusing on TCFD, CFD, Climate Scenarios, CDP, and other ESG Disclosures and Assessments.
• Develop Net-Zero Strategies and Science-Based Targets.
• Collate and analyze technical and financial data on environmental, social, and governance solutions to provide practical and commercial information to customers.
• Conduct research and analysis to develop our evidence base in climate scenarios, carbon & net zero, and input into external communications.
• Lead internal and customer meetings/video conferences as required, managing the communication of progress updates internally and with customers.
• Comply with the company Health & Safety Policy, taking reasonable care for the Health & Safety of themselves and others, and cooperate with managers and other employees in fulfilling our objectives and statutory duties.

Requirements:
• Degree in STEM / Humanities discipline or equivalent professional experience demonstrating working knowledge of ESG, climate change mitigation, and Net-Zero strategies, as well as global and national policy drivers.
• Ability to process complex technical data and concepts into client-ready information.
• Advanced user of the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong report writing capabilities and client presentation experience.
• Ability to work across multiple projects.
• 2+ years of experience in consultancy or analytical roles, focusing on ESG, carbon, or broader environmental management.
• Experience with at least two of the following: Carbon footprint calculations (Scope 1 + 2 and SECR reporting), Scope 3 Inventories, Net-zero strategies, SBTi targets, TCFD/CFD Report preparation, and other reporting & compliance schemes such as GRI, CDP, CSRD.
• Taking pride in your work and providing a quality product.
• Proactive and self-motivated, willing to continually learn and develop skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team.
• Ability to organise workload to meet tight deadlines and prioritise activities.
• Good people and project management skills, including ability to give constructive feedback.
• Effective communicator with a professional approach.

What We Offer:
• Training and development opportunities.
• Company pension.
• Flexible work hours.
• Sharesave scheme.
• Life insurance.
• 4pm finish on Friday.
• Access to a wide range of voluntary benefits through our Inspired Benefits Portal.